Structures Engineer

Irving Shipbuilding; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
As a member of the Hull Engineering team, the Structures Engineer will provide technical oversight and support throughout the design, construction, testing/commissioning, and delivery of multiple classes of Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard vessels. This oversight and support will be provided through the application of practical job knowledge that is typically obtained through advanced education and work experience in the field of ship design and construction.
The Structures Engineer will work independently with general supervision from the Naval Architecture & Structures Team Lead to review subcontractor calculations, models, reports, and technical specifications to ensure that structural requirements from the customer, Classification Society, and shipyard have been achieved in the design. They will also be responsible for developing solutions to resolve technical issues encountered during construction.
To support the major new design and construction projects that are underway, the Structures Engineer will be expected to work in both an office and shipbuilding industrial environment to provide Engineering Solutions to complex problems through the application of theoretical, practical, and lean engineering principles.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage planned and emergent work within their assigned job scope.
• Support the needs of internal & external stakeholders.
• Originate routine or low complexity deliverables.
• Review technical products and deliverables developed by external stakeholders.
• Author processes & procedures documenting how recurring engineering support and deliverables in their assigned discipline are created.
• Develop mitigation plans for risks associated with their engineering discipline and make risk-based technical decisions.
• Identify opportunities for Continuous Improvement within their engineering discipline.
• Support the needs of internal and external stakeholders within limits of delegated Technical Authority.
• Recommend approval or approval of Technical Deliverables and products developed by external stakeholders within limits of delegated Technical Authority.
• Present to internal Senior Management audiences with approval from Engineering Management; and to external audiences with approval from Engineering Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) or equivalent
  • Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or equivalent
• Knowledge and genuine interest of naval / modern ship design and construction methods; standards/regulations applicable to role (Lloyds Register, Transport Canada, IMO, IACS)
• Understanding of scheduling, ability to adhere to strict deadlines, manage & develop schedules
• Working knowledge of shipyard disciplines applicable to ship structural design and construction (hull structure, ship arrangements, producibility, manufacturing)
• Some exposure to or interest in marine field through work experience (e.g. co-op) or academic study

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.